When should I plant Mentă in Zone 6b?

Start Mentă seeds indoors around Feb 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 1. Expect first harvest around May 31.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Mentă in Zone 6b?

Yes. Mentă needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍃 Growing Mentă in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Mentă. Ultimul îngheț: Apr 15. Primul îngheț: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 zile)

Zona6b

Ultimul înghețApr 15

Primul înghețOct 22

Sezon190 zile

Recoltă60 zile

SoareSoare Parțial / Umbră Parțială

When to Plant Mentă in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 18

Start Mentă seeds indoors around Feb 18 (8 săptămâni înainte de ultimul îngheț). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 10-16 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 1

Transplant Mentă seedlings outdoors after Apr 1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm distanță). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 31

First harvest approximately May 31 (~60 zile from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22). Mentă can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Plante Însoțitoare

✅ Varză✅ Roșii

❌ Mușețel

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